Well, a year ago, I left after beginning a new painting. It started as an anatomical/photo study. Then I got ahead of myself.

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No planning on my part lead me to a dead end. Since I didn't plan on an actual composition, or costumes I'm left now with a fixed comp and no reference photos. I got excited, what can I say.

My question to you folks is should I leave as is and call it a study or should I pursue my inspirations? I suppose it's all dependent on my skill? I feel challenged to go further but I accept it. Then again, I've learned so much so far and would call this a success for my personal growth.

I guess my real question would be how have you folks dealt with these sorts of situations? Any good stories or lessons learned?

I was thinking of adding visible energy either from his right hand or her body. I wasn't sure if it would be an extraction or placement of something from the man. i have thoughts of symbols that i would like to use, but not sure how to incorporate them. perhaps as tattoos or body/ceremonial paint.

that's what i mean when trying to take this from a study to imaginative piece. so limited right now on my abilities it's frustrating.

a thought i've been applying to my job that i can apply to art or any endeavor is "become brilliant at the basics".

I know where I want to be as an artist but it's going to take a long time.

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